Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'monaural'

English Word: monaural

Key Russian Translations:

• монофонический [mɐnɐfɐˈnʲit͡ɕɪskʲɪj] - [Formal, Technical]
• одноканальный [ɐd.nɐˈkan.alʲnɨj] - [Informal, Everyday technical contexts]

Frequency: Medium (Common in technical discussions like audio engineering, but less frequent in everyday conversation).

Difficulty: Intermediate (B2) - Requires familiarity with technical vocabulary; for 'монофонический', it's B2 due to its formal structure, while 'одноканальный' might be slightly easier at B1 for learners with basic adjective knowledge.

Pronunciation (Russian):

монофонический: [mɐnɐfɐˈnʲit͡ɕɪskʲɪj]

одноканальный: [ɐd.nɐˈkan.alʲnɨj]

Note on монофонический: The stress falls on the fourth syllable ('nʲit͡ɕɪskʲɪj'), which can be tricky for English speakers due to the palatalized 'nʲ' sound; practice with native audio for accuracy.

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Meanings and Usage:

Primary meaning: Relating to sound reproduction using a single channel, as opposed to stereo.

Translation(s) & Context:

• монофонический - Used in formal or technical contexts, such as describing audio equipment or historical music recordings, where precision is key.
• одноканальный - Applied in more casual or practical settings, like everyday electronics discussions, to emphasize single-channel functionality.

Usage Examples:

• Этот старый проигрыватель монофонический, но он всё равно передаёт отличный звук.

  This old record player is monaural, but it still delivers excellent sound.

• В моём телефоне есть режим одноканального звука для экономии батареи.

  On my phone, there's a monaural sound mode for saving battery.

• Музыкальные записи 1950-х годов часто были монофоническими, в отличие от современных стерео.

  Music recordings from the 1950s were often monaural, unlike modern stereo ones.

• Для простоты использования одноканальный микрофон подходит лучше, чем стерео.

  For ease of use, a monaural microphone is better than a stereo one.

• Инженеры предпочитают монофонический формат в некоторых профессиональных студиях для фокуса на чистоте звука.

  Engineers prefer the monaural format in some professional studios to focus on sound purity.

Secondary meaning: In broader contexts, referring to auditory perception with one ear (e.g., in psychology or medicine).

Translation(s) & Context:

• монофонический - Used in scientific or medical discussions, emphasizing single-ear hearing tests.

Usage Examples:

• В эксперименте изучали монофонический слух у пациентов.

  In the experiment, they studied monaural hearing in patients.

• Одноканальный подход к аудиотестированию иногда применяется в полевых условиях.

  A monaural approach to audio testing is sometimes used in field conditions.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both 'монофонический' and 'одноканальный' are adjectives in Russian, which inflect based on gender, number, and case. Russian adjectives follow standard patterns, with 'монофонический' being a bit more complex due to its length and foreign origin.

Note: These adjectives do not have irregular inflections; they follow the first declension pattern for adjectives in Russian.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • моноаудио (more casual, often in digital contexts)
  • моно (abbreviated form, informal)
• Antonyms:
  • стереофонический (emphasizing multi-channel sound)
  • стерео (common informal antonym)

Note: 'моноаудио' is often used interchangeably with 'одноканальный' in modern tech slang, but it may imply a digital interface.

Related Phrases:

• монофоническая запись - A monaural recording; used in music production to refer to single-channel audio tracks.
• одноканальный звук - Monaural sound; common in device specifications for simplicity and compatibility.
• монофонический режим - Monaural mode; refers to switching audio systems to single-channel output for testing or energy efficiency.

Usage Notes:

'Monaural' directly corresponds to 'монофонический' in formal contexts, but 'одноканальный' is preferred in everyday Russian for its simplicity and accessibility. Be mindful of the adjective's inflection based on the noun it modifies—e.g., use feminine forms with feminine nouns like 'система' (system). In technical writing, 'монофонический' aligns more closely with English terminology, while 'одноканальный' is versatile for general conversations. Avoid using these interchangeably in precise contexts, as 'монофонический' carries a historical connotation in audio history.

Common Errors:

• Confusing 'монофонический' with 'стереофонический': English learners often mix these up. Incorrect: "Этот звук стереофонический, но я имею в виду монофонический." (This implies the opposite meaning.) Correct: "Этот звук монофонический." Explanation: Always check the context—'монофонический' means single-channel, so ensure it matches the intended description.

• Forgetting inflections: Learners might use the base form incorrectly, e.g., saying "монофонический дом" instead of the proper case. Incorrect: "Я слушал монофонический музыка." (Grammatically wrong.) Correct: "Я слушал монофоническую музыку." Explanation: Russian adjectives must agree in gender, number, and case with the noun.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, 'монофонический' often evokes nostalgia for Soviet-era audio technology, where monaural recordings were standard due to limitations in equipment. This term appears in discussions of vintage music or radio broadcasts, highlighting a historical shift to stereo as a symbol of technological progress in the late 20th century.

Related Concepts:

• стерео
• акустика
• аудиосистема
• звуковая волна